Bluetooth quality
Thread Starter
Driver
Joined: Oct 2017
Posts: 180
Likes: 8
From: California
Bluetooth quality
I am hearing impaired and I was wondering about the bluetooth quality among the different year gs350?
Before I test drive a few, is there a clear difference between a 2013 or 2015 or 2016 new body style
what about an older model like 2008 gen3
I thought i would add I have a 2013 hybrid camry now and it is terrible quality. My 2017 chevy diesel is amazing the clarity I hear and how well they can hear me, while driving on the freeway is awesome
Before I test drive a few, is there a clear difference between a 2013 or 2015 or 2016 new body style
what about an older model like 2008 gen3
I thought i would add I have a 2013 hybrid camry now and it is terrible quality. My 2017 chevy diesel is amazing the clarity I hear and how well they can hear me, while driving on the freeway is awesome
I would say the bluetooth on my 2015 gs350 (M/L) sounds amazing. However, the quality is hindered by the source, in my opinion. All the Android devices (including the S8) I've had either sounded like crap or was filled with distortion. All my Apple devices (including my IphoneX) sound extremely crisp as if it were through AUX.
Thread Starter
Driver
Joined: Oct 2017
Posts: 180
Likes: 8
From: California
Thank you both for the replies.
i wish I could find out if the 13 is different then 15.
But aeeing you have a 13 and have not had a problem that’s good news for me.
i have an iPhone 6.
neles- when your talking to a Samsung user, you notice that it’s
not as good?
i wish I could find out if the 13 is different then 15.
But aeeing you have a 13 and have not had a problem that’s good news for me.
i have an iPhone 6.
neles- when your talking to a Samsung user, you notice that it’s
not as good?
Intermediate
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 397
Likes: 70
From: Tennessee
I have a 2016 GS and a Samsung Galaxy Note phone. My bluetooth is good (nobody has ever complained) but could be better. When driving in city streets, I use a volume of around 30. However, in the highway driving between 65-80 mph, I have to turn the volume up to at least 50 and sometimes to MAX (60). I am running on Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ 225/50R17 tires and I do not have double pane windows. I have never used an iPhone, so cannot tell if it is a problem of my car's bluetooth or Samsung phone.
Last edited by bb700092; Feb 5, 2018 at 08:21 PM.
Instructor
Joined: May 2015
Posts: 780
Likes: 120
From: MA
I have a 2015 F sport and I use my note 8 on the BT all the time, I have no problems with it as far as audio goes. It's not much different or better/worse than the 2010 Camry I had with that system, although the Lexus GS system is less flakey and less painful to manage.
One problem I still have is I have my work iphone set up as an audio player, and despite my telling it otherwise, sometimes it still will hijack my cars phone BT speakerphone option in the system when it starts up and disconnect the Note 8... no effin idea why it does it, but easily fixed in the menu. It will not do it for 2 weeks then randomly, bam, no workie.
-Mike
One problem I still have is I have my work iphone set up as an audio player, and despite my telling it otherwise, sometimes it still will hijack my cars phone BT speakerphone option in the system when it starts up and disconnect the Note 8... no effin idea why it does it, but easily fixed in the menu. It will not do it for 2 weeks then randomly, bam, no workie.
-Mike
Racer
Joined: Feb 2014
Posts: 1,684
Likes: 69
From: SoCal 858
In my 2013, Bluetooth music streaming is decent for me. I'm using an Iphone 6 Plus with Spotify and I have the music playing at HQ setting.
As for bluetooth hands free phone, the voice sound quality sucks. Our old 2012 Honda Odyssey minivan had better handsfree sound quality and reception.
As for bluetooth hands free phone, the voice sound quality sucks. Our old 2012 Honda Odyssey minivan had better handsfree sound quality and reception.
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
Driver
Joined: Oct 2017
Posts: 180
Likes: 8
From: California
In my 2013, Bluetooth music streaming is decent for me. I'm using an Iphone 6 Plus with Spotify and I have the music playing at HQ setting.
As for bluetooth hands free phone, the voice sound quality sucks. Our old 2012 Honda Odyssey minivan had better handsfree sound quality and reception.
As for bluetooth hands free phone, the voice sound quality sucks. Our old 2012 Honda Odyssey minivan had better handsfree sound quality and reception.
thats what hat I am afraid of. The sound quality being terrible.
ClubLexus Stories
Celebrating Lexus & Toyota from Around the Globe
8 Tips for Improving Your Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid's Efficiency!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Best Lexus Models No One Remembers
Joe Kucinski
TRD Off-Road Premium: Best 2026 4Runner, Except This One Thing
Michael S. Palmer
Top 10 Lexus & Toyotas to Drive Before You Die!
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Lexus/Toyotas With The LEAST 5-Year Depreciation
Joe Kucinski
Lexus LC500 Convertible Auction: A Preview of Rising Values?
Brett Foote
GX 550 vs TX 550: Best 3-Row Luxury Lexus Family Hauler
Michael S. Palmer
9 Best Lexus Models You Can Buy for Half Price (And 1 You Shouldn't!)
Joe Kucinski
2026 Lexus NX Buyer's Guide: Models, Features, Prices & More!
Brett Foote
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Lickskille
Lexus Audio, Video, Security & Electronics
1
Jan 15, 2019 04:07 AM
snayger
GS - 3rd Gen (2006-2011)
1
Nov 4, 2012 11:14 AM
burkertk
GS - 3rd Gen (2006-2011)
2
Oct 2, 2009 11:04 AM
